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παρακολουθέω G3877
G3877 is the Greek word παρακολουθέω, transliterated parakolouthéō. The King James Version most often renders it follow.
What it means
to follow near, i.e. (figuratively) attend (as a result), trace out, conform to.
Where it comes from
from G3844 (παρά) and G190 (ἀκολουθέω).
How the King James Version translates it
Across 4 tagged occurrences, counted from this edition's word index.
Strong's own list of renderings: attain, follow, fully know, have understanding.
Verses using παρακολουθέω
All 4 verses, quoted in full.
Mark 16:17 · KJV
And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues;
Luke 1:3 · KJV
It seemed good to me also, having had perfect understanding of all things from the very first, to write unto thee in order, most excellent Theophilus,
1 Timothy 4:6 · KJV
If thou put the brethren in remembrance of these things, thou shalt be a good minister of Jesus Christ, nourished up in the words of faith and of good doctrine, whereunto thou hast attained.
2 Timothy 3:10 · KJV
But thou hast fully known my doctrine, manner of life, purpose, faith, longsuffering, charity, patience,
Common questions
What does Strong's G3877 mean?
G3877 is the Greek word παρακολουθέω (parakolouthéō), meaning to follow near, i.e. (figuratively) attend (as a result), trace out, conform to.
How is G3877 translated in the King James Version?
The King James translators rendered it follow (1 time), understanding (1 time), hast attained (1 time), hast fully known (1 time).
How many times does G3877 appear in the Bible?
παρακολουθέω (parakolouthéō) is tagged in 4 verses of the King James Version in this edition's word index.
Where does G3877 come from?
Strong's gives its derivation as: from G3844 (παρά) and G190 (ἀκολουθέω).
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